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Dr. James Pickens, MD

Dr. James Pickens, MD

Hospital Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James Pickens, MD is a hospital medicine specialist in Dallas, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1983. He is affiliated with Baylor Scott and White Medical Center-Waxahachie. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital - Dallas

621 N Hall St Dallas, TX 75226

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(214) 820-0600

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Pickens specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Pickens' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pickens

3.6

21 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
57%
57%
4 Star
10%
10%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
33%
33%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Eric West – Jan 18, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jimmy tole – May 19, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jason – Nov 17, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Apr 02, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
JLink in Waxahachie – Mar 08, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 06, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cheshire, OR – Aug 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Frank in Red Oak, TX – Jul 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cheryl P. in Waxahachie, TX – May 14, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Pickens, MD is a hospital medicine specialist in Dallas, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1983. He is affiliated with Baylor Scott and White Medical Center-Waxahachie. He is accepting new patients.

  • Hospital Medicine

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  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital - Dallas

Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital - Dallas621 N Hall St Dallas, TX 75226
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Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital - Waxahachie

Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital - Waxahachie2360 N I 35 Waxahachie, TX 75165
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Baylor Scott & White Hospital Medicine - Waxahachie

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Waxahachie2400 N I 35 Waxahachie, TX 75165
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baylor Scott and White Medical Center-Waxahachie

    2400 N Interstate Highway 35 E
    Waxahachie, TX 75165
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    82%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    11% higher than the national average

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